Unit 1 Academic Standards

Introduction to academic standards

Academic standards are guidelines that define what students need to know and be able to do at the university level. 

 

Academic Skills for listening, speaking, reading and writing (LSRW)

Academic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing (LSRW) are vital for effective communication

1. Listening: Actively understanding and engaging with spoken information.
2. Speaking: Clearly articulating ideas and adapting language to the audience.
3. Reading: Comprehending and analysing texts critically.
4. Writing: Expressing ideas clearly through structured and revised draft

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity refers to the commitment to honesty and ethical behaviour in all scholarly activities. It encompasses:

1. Honesty: Submitting original work and accurately representing sources.
2. Responsibility: Taking ownership of one’s actions and their consequences.
3. Fairness: Ensuring equal opportunities and unbiased assessment.
4. Respect: Acknowledging the contributions of others and fostering a collaborative environment.
5. Trust: Building a culture where academic work is valued and credible.

Upholding academic integrity is crucial for maintaining the credibility of educational institutions and the value of degrees. It promotes a culture of learning and intellectual growth.

We solved a few exercises on academic integrity to get a better understanding on it.

Academic Integrity at the Royal University of Bhutan

Academic integrity at the Royal University of Bhutan emphasizes honesty, accountability, and respect in scholarly activities. The university promotes a culture where students and faculty are encouraged to produce original work, properly cite sources, and uphold ethical standards in research and assessment.

Academic dishonesty:

• Collusion
• Commissioning 
• Duplication
• Falsification of Data
• False Declaration
• Plagiarism

 Exercise 2

Ethical Use of AI

While Technolgies help enhance knowledge and new skills. it can also leave a negative impact on the students. So, to avoid this following are some of good academic practice when using AI across different course components.